Summary Sunday Up Your Interviewing Skills

Summary Sunday Up Your Interviewing Skills This week, youll find advice to improve your interviewing skills, because, yes, youll  need to up your game. The process is taking longer and youll be invited back at least several times to meet with different people. Youll also find help to update your LinkedIn profile based on the new user interface. Youve invested a lot of  time and energy throughout  your job search to make the right impression and get noticed. Landing an interview doesnt mean you can relax. INTERVIEWING There’s Only One Interview Question That Matters by Laurie Ruettimann This article is written to address HR/recruiters, BUT, it is extremely helpful to job seekers too! And Laurie includes advice for job seekers at the end. If you understand how recruiters think, youll be much better at interviewing (and the whole job search process). This LinkedIn Recruiters Tips For Showcasing Soft Skills On Job Interviews by Brendan Browne | Fast Company It isnt enough to have the specific technical skills and exact experience. Soft skills mattera lot! Employers like us still want to hear about your achievements, of course, but you’ll also need to be ready to share experiences that demonstrate how you’ve been able to adapt, persevere, and manage change. That’s the kind of candidate companies will be looking to hire in the months and years ahead. Brendan Browne,  VP of global talent acquisition at LinkedIn LINKEDIN 9 Facts About LinkedIn Lite Profile vs. The LinkedIn Profile We Knew by Bob McIntosh | Things Career Related If you have the new LinkedIn interface/skin/UI, then you want to read this article and modify your profile accordingly. Luckily, Bob McIntosh walks you through what you need to know! MENTIONS One of the greatest honors is to have others recognize your work! I am thrilled to be mentioned on these two lists! The Best 55 Job Boards and Blogs Everyone Needs to Know by Betterteam 20 Career Pros You Need To Follow On Twitter by Red Branch Media